Listen to Hawaiki Rising: Haokaulea, Nainoa Thompson, and the Hawaiian Renaissance by Sam Low
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
Attuned to a world of natural signs--the stars, the winds, the curl of ocean swells--Polynesian explorers navigated for thousands of miles without charts or instruments. They sailed against prevailing winds and currents aboard powerful double canoes to settle the vast Pacific Ocean. And they did this when Greek mariners still hugged the coast of an inland sea, and Europe was populated by stone-age farmers. Yet by the turn of the twentieth century, this story had been lost and Polynesians had become an oppressed minority in their own land. Then, in 1975, a replica of an ancient Hawaiian canoe--Hōkūle'a--was launched to sail the ancient star paths, and help Hawaiians reclaim pride in the accomplishments of their ancestors. Hawaiki Rising tells this story in the words of the men and women who created and sailed aboard Hōkūle'a. They speak of growing up at a time when their Hawaiian culture was in danger of extinction; of their vision of sailing ancestral sea-routes; and of the heartbreaking loss of Eddie Aikau in a courageous effort to save his crewmates when Hōkūle'a capsized in a raging storm. We join a young Hawaiian, Nainoa Thompson, as he rediscovers the ancient star signs that guided his ancestors, navigates Hōkūle'a to Tahiti, and becomes the first Hawaiian to find distant landfall without charts or instruments in a thousand years. Hawaiki Rising is the saga of an astonishing revival of indigenous culture by voyagers who took hold of the old story and sailed deep into their ancestral past.
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats – this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. 🎉🔊 Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. 🎉🎧
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. 🛌 Drifting into dreamland with enchanting audiobooks – bedtime has become a gateway to imagination. 🌙📚 Download options are plenty – I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free.
Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. I'm grateful for this app's ability to fit seamlessly into my lifestyle, making learning a part of my day. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now